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Apologizes, Announces Patriots’ 25-Year Super Bowl Game

8/12/2026

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He apologized on Dan Patrick Show, saying on Greg Hill Show his jokes were humor without animosity toward Bill Belichick, the Patriots, or Tom Brady.
He mocked Bill Belichick’s girlfriend’s cheerleading competition and teased Peyton Manning’s forehead, Tom Brady, and Pat McAfee’s ball-holding role.
He announced the Patriots will mark the 25-year anniversary of their 2001 Super Bowl win at the October 11 game versus the Raiders, and he will attend.

History

Historical Context

When Bill Belichick became head coach in 2000, he turned a 5-11 Patriots into an 11-5 team that won Super Bowl XXXVI on Feb 3 2001, defeating the New York Giants 20-17. The victory launched a dynasty that captured six Super Bowls and 19 straight winning seasons, a legacy marked by Dan Patrick and Greg Hill as the franchise prepares for the 25-year anniversary in 2026 against the Las Vegas Raiders.

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Story summary

He apologized on Dan Patrick Show, saying on Greg Hill Show his jokes were humor without animosity toward Bill Belichick, the Patriots, or Tom Brady.
He mocked Bill Belichick’s girlfriend’s cheerleading competition and teased Peyton Manning’s forehead, Tom Brady, and Pat McAfee’s ball-holding role.
He announced the Patriots will mark the 25-year anniversary of their 2001 Super Bowl win at the October 11 game versus the Raiders, and he will attend.

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